Finally, I would like to post some of the professional wedding pictures, taken by the wonderfully talented Corey Ann. Meghan and Drue’s wedding was simply fabulous, and there were so many handcrafted details, I lost count at the end of the night. You could definitely feel the love that was shared by this very special couple! Enjoy!!

Drue + Meghan 08.23.08

Meghan booked with me back in February and ever since I have been looking forward to this wedding. Not only does Meghan have amazing taste but she is also super crafty and designed the entire wedding herself. I’ve been stalking her blog since she told me about it and it’s been so exciting to see everything come together. She’s been so much fun to work with and the day of the wedding she was such a beautiful bride! Her hubby Drue is equally as awesome and was VERY tolerant of the incessant pictures :)

Thanks to you both!! It was such a wonderful event and you were all too much fun to shoot!! CONGRATULATIONS!

Meghan had every little detail covered! Her colors were white and black damask with a hit of shocking pink. It was carried out throughout everything during the day.

Meghan is the only bride that I know of that would still be working on her bridesmaids bouquets the day of her wedding (just over two hours before mind you) and not remotely be stressed about it. To top it off – they were amazingly beautiful!

Meghan gets beutified by the amazing Jason Kelly. If anyone wants their makeup done the day of their wedding (or just to look awesome) I highly reccomend him.

Everyone that’s ever read my blog knows I’m a fanatic about shoes. These shoes rocked my socks. Meghan had a knottie friend hook her up and I’m so thankful to this person. They made the perfect unexpected punch to the ensemble!

To my photographer friends – yes this is my Baroque Shootsac cover!! The girls were spread out through the hotel and there really wasn’t any surfaces that were speaking to me to shoot so I whipped my cover off and used it for some detail shots. This ring very much tickled my fancy so I grabbed quick shot of it.

Meanwhile, my second shooter Thomas, was getting some shots of the guys getting ready. Drue and his guys were chillin in their own suite getting ready.

Meghan wasn’t sold on her birdcage veil but between me and her bridesmaids we convinced her it was the perfect touch.

Another shot from my second shooter of the guys doing a toast in honor of Drue.

Miss Meghan knows how to WORK it!

This pic of the guys from Thomas cracks me up, I LOVE IT! They went down to Cleveland Browns stadium for some shots.

I had the pleasure of working with Meghan and Drue on their wedding. They are such a outgoing, sophisticated couple! I really enjoyed seeing all of their plans come together, and sharing a great evening with their family and friends. It was truly a stylish affair, with many personalized details.

Meghan & Drue were married Saturday, August 23rd, 2008 at Atrium on the Square in the BP Tower in downtown Cleveland, Ohio. They had a perfect sunny day, with temperatures in the 80’s. Pastor Henry Wallace officiated the ceremony. The wonderful music was provided by DJ Adam Majette. Corey Ann Photography provided coverage of the day’s events.

The ceremony and reception were held at the banquet facilities inside the Atrium, catered by Frank and Pauly’s. This venue was divided into 2 distinct rooms for this event, each elegant and spacious. Meghan and Drue’s ceremony was held in one area of the venue, with guests facing the walkway near the Atrium’s outer window wall, overlooking Public Square. Meghan, hidden away from view from Drue and the guests, entered dramatically to Diana Krall’s “The Look of Love”. The aisle was lined lavishly with 3 colors of rose petals, and several sizes of pillar candles in glass containers. The altar was covered with a silver satin cloth, and several sizes of pillar candles. To either side of the altar, were two tall arrangements of manzanita branches and vibrantly colored carnations. The effect was very striking, and was repeated in the reception area, around the head table, and in tall centerpieces on half of the guest tables. The other half of the tables were set with stems of orchids floating in tall vases. The guest tables were set with silver linens from BBJ Linen, lots of candles in various sizes from small votives to tall creamy pillars, and stylish menu cards that Meghan designed herself. Meghan also designed the easels on each table, that held cards nameing a location or date that was special to Meghan and Drue, during the course of their courtship. Guests were directed to their tables after the cocktail hour, with the aid of Meghan’s beautifully made escort cards. The large area beyond the guest tables was set for the group activities, such as the beautiful serenade to Meghan by Drue and his fellow fraternity brothers. Amber uplighting was splashed onto the walls, giving the space an exclusive dance club feel. The upbeat, popular club music was provided by the talented DJ Adam Majette. The Frank and Pauly’s staff were fantastic, providing all of the guests with exceptional service. During the cocktail hour, guests were provided with a bountiful open bar, as well as being finely entertained by the Ray Porello and Fine Jazz Group, of Jerry Bruno Productions. During the seated dinner, the guests had their meal served family style, featuring some of Frank & Pauly’s tasty signature dishes. Flowers for the bride, parents, and gentlemen in the wedding party, as well as the stunning table centerpieces were created by the very talented Helene Piller and her staff of Hosanna Designs. The bridesmaids carried lovely bouquets of roses that were assembled by Meghan and her ladies. The real showstopper of the wedding was the spectacular 5-tier wedding cake. The cake table was covered in sparkling silver lame’, decorated with lots of creamy rose petals and blazing votive candles. The cake was a delicious confection with buttercream frosting, satin ribbon and sparkling diamond accents. The cake topper was yet another of Meghan’s lovely projects: the letters “M” and “D” entwined and covered in Swarovski crystals.

All evening long, I heard wonderful comments about Meghan’s hand created projects, and how beautiful everything looked. While the guests were certainly right about the decor, I paid more attention to Meghan and Drue, how much in love they looked, and how they enjoyed each other. They were positively glowing! I could not be happier for this wonderful couple. Congratulations and Best Wishes, Meghan and Drue!